1999 AC Cobra vs. 1950 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 1950 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Cobra | Zephyr |
Year Released | 1999 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 151 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |